✦ Location Location Location ✦
Exit 333: the one most people miss
We're tucked into our own little pocket of Coconino National Forest that most Phoenicians down in the Valley have never even heard of.
✦ The setting ✦
A quiet hillside in Mountainaire
Turn off the highway and you're quickly transported somewhere that feels like it did when we were kids: quiet, safe, and a much slower pace than what you'll find in Flagstaff proper, (where the trains and traffic never really stop). Tall ponderosa pines, dark skies, and forest trails you can get to by foot. Whether you're heading into town for the night or enjoying your DoorDashed meal out on the private stargazing deck, you'll quickly understand why Mountainaire is the perfect home base.
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✦ Getting around ✦
Near & Far
1 minute
Mountainaire General Store + Mountainaire Tavern
2 minutes
Aldea Weddings in the Woods
3 minutes
I-17 highway, Highland Fire Station
5 minutes
Raymond County Park, Dollar General, Shell Gas Station
7 minutes
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG)
8 minutes
Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill County Park
10 minutes
Northern Arizona University (NAU) & local shopping
15 minutes
Historic Downtown Flagstaff and Route 66
18 minutes
Lowell Observatory
20 minutes
Munds Park
23 minutes
Walnut Canyon National Monument
32 minutes
Grand Canyon Deer Farm
36 minutes
Bearizona
38 minutes
Oak Creek Canyon, AZ
43 minutes
Arizona Snowbowl
48 minutes
Meteor Crater
52 minutes
Sedona, AZ
38-60 minutes
Sunset Crater & Wupatki National Monument
1 hour, 5 minutes
Winslow, AZ
1 hour, 30 minutes
Grand Canyon National Park, South Rim
✦ Daytripping ✦
Worth the trip
From dark-sky stargazing to red rocks and one of the world's great canyons.
Lowell Observatory
Did you know Flagstaff was the world's very first "International Dark Sky Community"? Perched on Mars Hill overlooking downtown, Lowell Observatory is the crown jewel of Flagstaff’s night sky culture. Best known as the place where Pluto was discovered in 1930, today it offers an incredible, interactive space experience. You can peer through the historic 24-inch Clark Telescope, explore the cutting-edge Giovale Open Deck Observatory, and take guided constellation tours.
Walnut Canyon National Monument
Step back in time to walk among 25 rooms of ancient cliff dwellings built into the canyon walls by the Sinagua people over 800 years ago. The paved Island Trail descends into the steep, limestone canyon where you can actually walk right up into and inside several well-preserved stone rooms while taking in dramatic canyon views.
Arizona Snowbowl
Perched on the San Francisco Peaks, Arizona Snowbowl is Flagstaff’s premier alpine destination year-round. In the winter, it offers incredible skiing, snowboarding, and gear rentals across 55+ runs. In the summer and fall, take the Scenic Gondola up to 11,500 feet for sweeping, 70-mile views of the Grand Canyon’s South Rim and vibrant golden aspen leaves in October.
Sunset Crater & Wupatki Monuments
Explore dramatic black lava fields and centuries-old Pueblo ruins in one incredible loop drive! Walk through the volcanic cinder landscapes created by a 1,000-year-old eruption at Sunset Crater, then descend into the painted desert landscape to explore the ancient multi-story stone dwellings at Wupatki.
Meteor Crater & Historic Winslow
Head east on I-40 for a fascinating blend of natural history and classic Route 66 nostalgia! Marvel at the world’s best-preserved meteorite impact site at Meteor Crater, then drive just 15 minutes further to "Standin' on the Corner" in Winslow, Arizona, for iconic photos and historic charm.
Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon
One of America's most iconic scenic drives! Head south on AZ-89A as it winds through the lush pine canopy of Oak Creek Canyon straight into Sedona's world-famous red rock country. Stop for a dip at Slide Rock State Park, hike Bell Rock, or browse the artisan shops at Tlaquepaque—all just a short drive from the loft.
Grand Canyon National Park
The ultimate Arizona day trip! Open year-round, the South Rim offers iconic, postcard-worthy views, scenic rim walks, and historic lodges. Leaving from Mountainaire gives you a head start north, so you can catch sunrise at Mather Point, hike the rim, and be back at the loft in time for dinner.
